The Grammys 2024 consistently deliver a mixed bag of performances, ranging from outstanding to perplexing, with debatable award choices and peculiar moments, all condensed into an overly lengthy event.
Despite the absence of the 50th-anniversary celebration of hip-hop, which contributed significantly to the memorable moments of the previous year’s ceremony, the 66th annual Grammy Awards proceeded with relative smoothness. Interestingly, pinpointing any “worst” moments proved challenging, making the Grammys 2024 surprisingly one of the less objectionable awards shows. While this might be a tad disappointing, change is inevitable. Explore the predominantly best moments from the Grammys 2024 below.
Joni Mitchell’s Radiant Insight
While tonight didn’t mark Joni Mitchell’s official comeback to the stage, it undeniably stood as a triumphant occasion for this esteemed musical icon. Having faced a life-threatening brain aneurysm in 2015, Mitchell graced the stage with her first complete performance in two decades at the 2022 Newport Folk Festival. This was followed by a memorable 2023 concert at the Gorge Amphitheater, and to cap it off, she clinched a Grammy tonight for her outstanding live album capturing the brilliance of that unforgettable Newport set.
Taylor Swift Creates History and Unveils Exciting News
It has become a familiar sight for Taylor Swift to share significant updates during award ceremonies, making her latest revelation less of a shock. Tonight was no exception, as she clinched her 13th victory, securing the Best Pop Vocal Album award for Midnights—a number that holds special significance as her lucky charm. Despite the fervent expectations of Swifties anticipating details about her re-recording of Reputation, she pleasantly surprised everyone by disclosing the development of an entirely fresh album with new material.
Tracy Chapman and Luke Combs sing together on ‘Fast Car’
The Grammys 2024 are awesome when they team up with artists from different times. It was an obvious choice to have Tracy Chapman and Luke Combs sing “Fast Car” together. The song went up the charts again 35 years after Chapman first released it. It was a big deal to get Chapman, who usually keeps to herself, to show up. And it was super cute to see Combs singing along with Chapman during their performance.
MC²
When Miley Cyrus won her first Grammy for singing “Flowers,” she was really happy about getting the award from Mariah Carey. Miley even asked Mariah to stand with her during her speech, saying, “This M.C. is going to stand next to this M.C. because it’s just too iconic.” The word “iconic” is used a lot, but in this case, it fits because both Miley and Mariah are like music icons.
Dua Lipa’s main skill
At the beginning of the show, Dua Lipa performed “Houdini” in a big way. The coolest part was how she managed to stand tall and sing while hanging from a structure where a bunch of shirtless guys were spinning around. Even Harry Houdini couldn’t do that.
Miley and Tina at Grammys 2024
Miley gave Tina a gift by performing the song ‘Flowers.’ Miley looked confident with her big Mariah Divas Live hairstyle, and her self-assuredness was impressive, almost as much as her tall hair. She sang “Flowers” on TV for the first time, the third time performing it live. Miley channeled Tina Turner, showing she’s not just a Grammy winner but also one of the best rock singers today. Bonus: Oprah Winfrey was seen singing along in her usual Oprah style in the audience.
Annie Lennox Sings Touching Tribute
Annie Lennox, known for her heartfelt performances, paid a beautiful tribute during the In Memoriam segment. She sang “Nothing Compares 2 U” by the late Prince in memory of Sinéad O’Connor. The simplicity and emotion in her performance made it the most touching tribute of the night.
